Ash Grove has enjoyed the comforts of home their last three games, but now they'll head out on the road. They will venture away from home to face off against the Miller Cardinals at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Ash Grove's defense has only allowed 13.6 points per game this season, so Miller's offense will have their work cut out for them.
Ash Grove is headed in fresh off scoring the most points they have all season. They had just enough and edged Pierce City out 22-20.
Meanwhile, Miller came into Thursday's game having lost four straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They secured a 12-8 W over Diamond last Thursday.
Jarod Lung and Caden Calvin were among the main playmakers for Miller as the former rushed for 34 yards and two touchdowns and the latter rushed for 87 yards.
Miller's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Mason Neely and Brodie Rinker. Neely is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made five or more in the last four games he's played dating back to last season.
Ash Grove now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Miller, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-3.
Everything came up roses for Ash Grove against Miller in their previous matchup back in September of 2023, as the team secured a 41-0 victory. The rematch might be a little tougher for Ash Grove since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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